Fitzhugh, Oklahoma facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Fitzhugh, Oklahoma
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Location of Fitzhugh, Oklahoma
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Country | United States |
State | Oklahoma |
County | Pontotoc |
Area | |
• Total | 7.27 sq mi (18.83 km2) |
• Land | 7.27 sq mi (18.83 km2) |
• Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
Elevation | 1,286 ft (392 m) |
Population
(2020)
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• Total | 183 |
• Density | 25.17/sq mi (9.72/km2) |
Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
ZIP code |
74843
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Area code(s) | 580 |
FIPS code | 40-26250 |
GNIS feature ID | 2412627 |
Fitzhugh is a small town located in Pontotoc County, Oklahoma, in the United States. It is a quiet community where people live and work. In 2020, about 183 people called Fitzhugh home.
Geography of Fitzhugh
Fitzhugh covers an area of about 7.3 square miles (18.8 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no large bodies of water. The town is situated in a part of Oklahoma known for its natural landscapes.
Population and People
The number of people living in Fitzhugh has changed over the years. Here is a quick look at the population counts from different years:
Historical population | |||
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Census | Pop. | %± | |
1990 | 196 | — | |
2000 | 204 | 4.1% | |
2010 | 230 | 12.7% | |
2020 | 183 | −20.4% | |
U.S. Decennial Census |
In 2000, there were 204 people living in Fitzhugh. These people lived in 75 different homes, and 62 of these were families. Most people in Fitzhugh were White, and a smaller number were Native American or from other backgrounds.
Many homes in Fitzhugh had children under 18 living there. Most adults were married couples. The average age of people in Fitzhugh was around 31 years old. This means there was a mix of younger and older residents.
Education in Fitzhugh
Students in Fitzhugh attend schools that are part of the Roff Public Schools district. This district provides education for children and teens in the area.